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Beets nutrition facts Beets are highly nutritious and “cardiovascular health” friendly root vegetables. Certain unique pigment antioxidants in this root and its top greens have been found to offer protection against coronary artery disease and stroke, lower cholesterol levels within the body, and have anti-aging effects. Botanically, this tuberous root vegetable belongs to the Amaranthaceae…

Mustard Greens…Just the mention of the name brings an involuntary response of YUCK. But…is that fair? Have you actually given them a fair try? Have you only seen them boiled to the consistency of cow cud? We certainly hope so, because I am here to tell you not only why you WANT to eat these…

10 HEALTHY REASONS TO DIG INTO RED POTATOES As a “white food”, potatoes are often lumped together with white bread and white pasta, which are considered off limits when trying to eat healthy. However, with only about 110 calories, 45% of your daily value of vitamin C, more potassium than a banana, naturally fat-free, zero…

Who knew there were so many ways to use cucumbers? I mean- sushi and eye pads are given- but in drinks? Oooh! Here are a few of our favorites compiled from the helpful people at Chocolate and Zucchini (enough said!) Cucumber salads – Bite-size cucumbers and tomatoes with onion and feta, sprinkled with balsamic vinegar….

Did you know that Potatoes are a great source of potassium and protein, and other important vitamins and minerals? We have compiled information to give you health and nutritional information, recipes and tips on cooking, eating and storing potatoes. Although Sweet Potatoes are technically different than “regular potatoes”, since we are from the South- they are…

Kid Activities has tons of kid friendly ideas…this one is such an easy snack to make, I had to share! Their recipe and tips follow. Try this recipe this week with a Rome Apple. Let us know how it turns out! APPLE AND CHEESE ROLL UP Ingredients 1 flour tortilla (6 inch diameter) 4 tbsp medium cheddar…

Apples to Zucchini How to store for now and later, handy tips for use, and delicious recipes! BERRIES Storage tips: Wash your berries with vinegar just after you bring them home to get rid of mold. After discarding any berries that show even a bit of mold, put 3 cups cold water and 1 cup…

Apples to Zucchini How to store for now and later, handy tips for use, and delicious recipes! BANANAS Storage tips: Bananas should be stored hanging, placed on the counter, or stored in a well ventilated basket. Bananas should never be kept in a plastic bag, this creates too much moisture and will cause the fruit to rot….

Apples to Zucchini How to store for now and later, handy tips for use, and delicious recipes! AVOCADOS Storage tips: Store avocados in the refrigerator. Remove from refrigerator and set out on the counter to finish the ripening process. Place in a paper bag, with the top closed for faster ripening. Left with a…

Apples to Zucchini How to store for now and later, handy tips for use, and delicious recipes! ASPARAGUS Storage Tips: Keep the rubber band on to hold the bunch together, and trim an inch off the ends of the asparagus. Stand the asparagus up in a glass or jar with about an inch or…